Even Aglon himself could hardly express how he felt when he left Her Royal Highness the Princess.

Being able to hug her, and twice, was of course an incomparable comfortable experience, but His Highness's words before parting couldn't help but make his heart heavy.

How much does Her Royal Highness know about her schemes? Is it a vague premonition, or is it tacit? At least she was never fooled by her acting skills, and decided that she could not be satisfied with living in seclusion in this palace as a prisoner of wealth.

But no matter how much she knew, she never denounced herself anyway, but did everything she could to satisfy her wishes, hoping to influence herself and let herself stay by her side willingly.

He was so touched by this heart that he felt a little guilty.

But no matter how much emotion and guilt he feels, his plans will not change.

This is also the price that must be paid for victory.

With this unrepentant conviction, he returned to his abode, and by this time he found his guardian, Count Dietrich Stein, already waiting for him.

"Your Highness, you're finally back." At the sight of Agron, the Count greeted as usual.

"Is there anything you want to explain, sir?" He asked.

When he was young, the guardian appointed by His Majesty the Emperor hardly left his side, but as he grew older, and the Count was gradually withdrawing from his life, perhaps he would be one step ahead of himself in his freedom.

"What you asked me for last time, after some struggle, finally got an ideal result." The Count replied in a low voice, "Prime Minister Metternich has agreed to suspend your enlistment. ”

He had asked the Count to get an extension of his enlistment, and the Count had agreed to his request after some consideration.

It seems that he did not make empty promises, but did it seriously.

"Thank you for your help." He hurriedly thanked the other party.

However, the Count only shook his head, and did not look much relaxed

"You don't have to thank me, I don't have the right to decide on this matter, I just conveyed the request to you, and it is His Excellency the Prime Minister who makes the final decision. In addition, he is not unconditionally accommodating your request. ”

"And what does he want of me?" Aglon asked rhetorically.

"In a few days, September 5th, it will be the 55th birthday of Archduke Karl, and His Majesty will hold a large banquet for him." The Earl replied calmly, "His eldest daughter, Princess Teresa, will also be here for the first time in the social world, and Your Majesty, like her father, wishes to grace Her Highness with a grand ceremony." ”

Aiglon probably understood something.

"Do you want me to curry favor with Her Highness Teresa?"

"That's true." The Count nodded, "In detail, you accompanied her in the first two dances. Hopefully, you'll be able to perform well enough. After all, the debut means a lot to Princess Teresa...... She will definitely want to make good memories. ”

"It's a daunting task! If I mess up His Highness's coming-of-age ceremony, what terrible consequences should I endure? Archduke Karl can't spare me. Aiglon couldn't help but laugh,

"So you should take the seriousness you deserve and handle this task well." When the earl said this, his expression, which had always been very serious, couldn't help but loosen a little, and looked at the young man with a smile, "Objectively speaking, this is a rather enviable errand - at least the young people present will hate you." ”

"I didn't expect him to make such a condition." Aiglon couldn't help but shrug his shoulders, "It's strange, Metternich seems to be more anxious than me about my life's events!" ”

"Since ancient times, it has been the elders who are more anxious than the children." The Count corrected Aiglon and then lowered his voice again, "Your Highness, I admit that this is a very obvious political consideration, and not out of concern for you. But you can see both sides of everything, and you have nothing to lose by complying with his request, and it may even be very beneficial to you, isn't it? ”

That's true, whatever Metternich's intentions were, at least in this case, he wasn't exactly a victim. Aiglon did not resist this request, he had already made up his mind, even if it was false and wrong, and he would have to deal with Archduke Karl first.

In addition, Teresa does not seem to be a willful and arrogant person, even if she makes friends for a while, there will be nothing to lose.

And he doesn't seem to have any capital to refuse now, after all, Metternich has just made a rare concession to himself, and he is not so easy to talk to if he doesn't know each other.

"Then tell Metternich, I'm flattered." After making up his mind, he solemnly promised the Count, "I am grateful to Archduke Carr and Princess Teresa for giving me the opportunity, and I will do my best to accomplish this glorious task." ”

"Your Highness, I congratulate you on making the right decision." Seeing that the young man was so good, the Earl couldn't help but be happy, "Although there are not many days left to accompany you, our relationship over the years will definitely be an unforgettable memory for me." Admittedly, you were in a difficult situation, but I think God will take care of you eventually, and I really hope that I can see you in action for the rest of my days with you, and turn around and have a bright future. ”

I do have a bright future, but not here—Aglon replied in his heart.

"I also wish you all the best in the future, and if I really come to work in the future, I will also repay you for taking care of me." He greeted each other cordially.

Although this guardian was quite strict with himself when he was a child, at least he treated himself sincerely, so he still had some respect in his heart.

As for him spying on himself, it's all his duty, so what's so weird?

With that, Aglon had planned to return to his bedroom, but he found that the Count did not seem to have left.

"Sir, do you have anything else to explain?" There was something strange about him.

"There's one more thing, though not very important, but I'd like to mention it to you." The Earl's expression was a little embarrassed. "This time it's not official, it's purely private."

"Tell me." Agron nodded.

"You seem to have forgotten something." The Count cleared his throat, "Her Highness Sophie sent her maid to take care of you when you were wounded, and it is undeniable that she took very good care of you, and it is with her help that you have been able to recover so quickly, and I am very grateful for her credit." But...... You're completely healed from your injuries now, so there's no reason for her to stay with you, why don't you send her back? ”

What the?!

Aglon was shocked and angry.

Chanel was the first reliable follower he found here, and an indispensable helper, how could he have retreated at this time?

Seeing his expression, the Count seemed to have guessed something.

"You...... Are you reluctant? ”

"Yes, I can't bear it, I don't want her to leave for the time being." Aiglon immediately replied dryly, "Actually, I'm used to her taking care of her, and I think I'd be very sad if I didn't have her now......"

"Really? Meticulous? The Count laughed knowingly, "Well, I think you're at that age, and even if you want to taste it, there's nothing inappropriate about it, I'm understandable." ”

Seeing the Count's strange and ambiguous smile, Aglon couldn't help but laugh.

However, even if he had come up with such a guess, it didn't seem surprising.

It's better to say that he often stays with Chanel, and Chanel is so docile and considerate, so there must be similar speculations in the eyes of others.

"But...... Don't forget, she's just a maid, so humble that even being compared to you would be detrimental to your dignity, even to Her Highness Teresa. While he was still thinking, the Count continued, "Since you are now preparing to befriend Her Highness Teresa, it is best to deal with this little matter before then, lest there be some unexpected circumstances that will make Your Highness unseemly." ”

Like Her Royal Highness Sophie, the Count was also quite contemptuous when he mentioned Chanel, which was not intentional, but a kind of common sense that seemed to be natural - the feudal hierarchy had not completely died out in this era after all, even if France, the birthplace of the Revolution, was still ruled by kings and nobles?

Although he knew that the Count was planning for himself, Aiglon suddenly felt a little resentful for Chanel.

This is his first follower, and he is so loyal and reliable, how can he be so despised?

One day she will become a duchess, jumping on the head of the vast majority, and then see how you despise her.

"I see, your suggestion does make sense." He vaguely agreed, "If Princess Teresa and I really come to that point one day, then I will send Chanel away, and it will end in a dignified way, without causing any trouble to Her Royal Highness the Princess." As for it's too early, everything hasn't started yet, so there's no need to be so attentive, right? ”

He knew in his heart that his promise was equivalent to no promise, after all, he had only used Teresa as a cover.

He can write as many blank checks as he wants.

The Earl groaned slightly, and finally nodded helplessly.

"Since you think so, then let it be for now, but I suggest that you don't treat her too well, or she will probably think too badly, and then it will be troublesome to pass it away. Also, I want you to be a little more modest, after all, although you are young, you still have a lot of schedules ......"

Aglon endured the embarrassment and agreed indifferently, "Don't worry, I will." ”

"Okay, then I won't bother you." The Earl finally saluted and took his leave.

After bidding farewell to the Count, Agron walked back to his room, where he finally saw Chanel again.

"Your Highness!" As soon as he saw Agron, Chanel hurriedly put down the work in his hand and saluted him respectfully.

"Chanel, just now my guardian suggested that I send you back." Aiglon didn't talk nonsense and got straight to the point.

"What?" Chanel was so frightened that she was overwhelmed.

"Don't panic, it's okay, I've already perfunctory him." Aiglon made a gesture to signal her to calm down, "No one will force me to send you back, and I will never let you go." You are an absolutely indispensable and important helper by my side. ”

"Your Highness...... You've been so good to me. When Chanel heard his words, she was very moved.

"However, the Earl's words also hint at a risk for me." Aiglon fell into a deep groan, "I can perfunctory others make similar requests, but if His Highness Sophie asks, it will be really difficult for me to do it......"

After all, Her Royal Highness Sophie is the "original owner" of Chanel, and she sent Chanel over just to recuperate from her injuries, if one day she remembers that Chanel's mission has been completed, and casually asks Chanel to come back, it will be quite tricky.

Although His Highness has not remembered it yet, it is necessary to take precautions in everything, so as not to be caught off guard when the time really happens.

"Otherwise, I'll pretend to be overused when I practice swordsmanship in the future, and I can't hold a pen in my hand, so you can make a record for me. Then I insisted that it was custom, and that without your transcript I would run out of thought—that you would be indispensable, and that Her Highness Sophie should not be able to transfer you soon. After thinking for a moment, Aglon came up with an idea, "I dictate, can you make a transcript?" ”

"Your Highness, I have no similar experience, and my education is very average." Chanel looked at the boy firmly, "But...... If it were your order, I would have been able to do it. I'm going to do it as hard as I can! ”

Well, it seems that fanaticism is also beneficial, at least it can bring motivation to learn. Aglon thought to himself.

"Okay, I trust you." He looked at Chanel with a smile on his face, "We can practice as soon as possible." ”